Bus Driver

Arriva Group; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva Group is hiring for the Bus Driver role at their Tamworth depot, offering both PCV and trainee opportunities. This role involves driving buses, supporting the community, and providing excellent customer service. With flexible shifts and training provided, it's an ideal position for both experienced drivers and those new to the industry.

Benefits

Full paid training for trainees

Free bus travel for you and your family

Career progression opportunities

Access to store discounts

Monthly rewards through the Mydrive app

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Assist commuters by driving the bus and building relationships with regular passengers.
• Ensure safety and comfort for all passengers during their journeys.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Valid UK driving licence

Full PCV licence (if qualified)

Job description

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£12.21 - £14.00 per hour

Start Your Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Tamworth depot– PCV and Trainee Opportunities Available!

At Arriva, you’ll be at the heart of your community, helping commuters get to work, children to school, and neighbours to the shops. Whether you’re an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a new career as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role for you.

£12.21 - £14.00 per hour

Start Your Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Tamworth depot– PCV and Trainee Opportunities Available!

At Arriva, you’ll be at the heart of your community, helping commuters get to work, children to school, and neighbours to the shops. Whether you’re an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a new career as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role for you.

As a Bus Driver, you’ll build relationships with regular passengers, be a friendly face, and play a vital role in connecting our customers to what matters most. Did you know Bus Drivers are among the most thanked professionals in the UK?

We’re proud of our customer service and the support we provide to the community. If you’re a like-minded individual with a passion for people, we’d love to have you on our team!

Pay Rate

Trainee Driver – During Training (first 4-6 weeks): £12.21 per hour

After Training (Trainees)

• Monday to Saturday - £12.22 per hour, Sunday £13.64 per hour – up to 6 months, £14.00 per hour after 6 months.
• Bank Holiday - £22.00 per hour
  
  

Fully Qualified PCV Drivers

• Monday to Saturday - £14.00 per hour
• Sunday - £15.00 per hour
• Bank Holiday - £25.00 per hour
  
  

What’s in It for You?

• Trainee Drivers: Full paid training, including obtaining your PCV licence through our Arriva Training School.
• Ongoing CPC training for all drivers and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression into management, support training, or becoming an expert driver.
• Flexible and rotating shifts planned 6-8 weeks in advance.
• Free bus travel for you and your family (or a nominee).
• Access to the Arriva Village for store discounts and offers.
• Free staff bus and shuttle services to and from work.
• Monthly rewards through the Mydrive app for top-performing drivers.
  
  

Shift Patterns

• 5 out of 7 rotating shifts planned, with 1 in 3 weekends off, including 1 in 6 as a long weekend (Thursday to Sunday)
• Morning shifts starting at 04:00, and evenings ending by 01:30.
• Overtime available on request.
  
  

Requirements

• Be over 18 years old with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Hold a full PCV licence (if qualified PCV driver)
• CPC holder (if qualified PCV driver)
• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.
  
  

Why Join Arriva?

At Arriva, we’re not just connecting passengers; we’re creating a community that values inclusion and diversity. Whether you’re an experienced driver or starting your journey as a trainee, you’ll enjoy paid training, enhanced pay rates, and a supportive team environment where you can thrive.

Take the wheel of your future—apply today and become part of the Arriva family at our Tamworth depot!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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